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Cable Cross-over Reverse Fly

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Intermediate

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Delts accessibility Shoulders
Rhomboids Trapezius

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Cable

Category

strength

Mechanic

isolation

Cal/min

5.5

Force

push

Cable Cross-over Reverse Fly is a intermediate single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Delts in the Shoulders region. Performed using cable, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Rhomboids and Trapezius.

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1

Attach a D-handle to each low pulley cable and stand in the middle of the cable crossover machine.

2

Grasp the handles with a pronated grip (palms facing down) and take a step forward, positioning your feet shoulder-width apart.

3

Bend your knees slightly and lean forward at the waist, keeping your back straight and your abs engaged.

4

With your arms extended out to the sides and slightly bent at the elbows, exhale and squeeze your shoulder blades together as you pull the cables back and upward in a reverse fly motion.

5

Pause for a moment at the peak contraction, then inhale and slowly return to the starting position.

6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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